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Canton Drop Forge

Die Polisher & Trim Assembly

Canton, OH · On-site

$17.41 - $27.63/hr

Canton Drop Forge is a worldwide leader in Custom and Closed Die Forgings. Thanks to our over 100 ... Prepares finished metal trimmers, occasionally addressing conformity issues on production floor.

Canton Drop Forge, Inc.

Fabricator

Canton, OH

$33/hr

At Canton Drop Forge, you'll gain valuable experience in servicing our six major markets of ... This position assists with heating, forming, cutting, welding, repairing, and shaping metal ...

Canton Drop Forge

Fabricator

Canton, OH · On-site

$33/hr

At Canton Drop Forge, you'll gain valuable experience in servicing our six major markets of ... This position assists with heating, forming, cutting, welding, repairing, and shaping metal ...

Canton Drop Forge

Die Welder

Canton, OH · On-site

$28.70/hr

Canton Drop Forge is a worldwide leader in Custom and Closed Die Forgings. Thanks to our over 100 ... Weld metal components and/or dies according to layouts, blueprints, or work orders using a variety ...

Allegion

Grinder

Cincinnati, OH

$16.25 - $20.50/hr

Position Summary Operate stationary and/or portable grinder (wheel, disc or belt types) to remove excess metal, oxidation, and foreign matter from sheet metal, forgings, and weldments. Primary Duties

Allegion

Grinder

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$16.25 - $20.50/hr

Position Summary Operate stationary and/or portable grinder (wheel, disc or belt types) to remove excess metal, oxidation, and foreign matter from sheet metal, forgings, and weldments. Primary Duties

Canton Drop Forge, Inc.

Die Welder

Canton, OH · On-site

$28.70/hr

Canton Drop Forge is a worldwide leader in Custom and Closed Die Forgings. Thanks to our over 100 ... Weld metal components and/or dies according to layouts, blueprints, or work orders using a variety ...

Canton Drop Forge, Inc.

Die Welder

Canton, OH

$28.70/hr

Canton Drop Forge is a worldwide leader in Custom and Closed Die Forgings. Thanks to our over 100 ... Weld metal components and/or dies according to layouts, blueprints, or work orders using a variety ...

Superior Forge & Steel Corp.

Maintenance Millwright

Lima, OH · On-site

$25.75 - $32.25/hr

Welding, brazing and cutting, shielded metal arc, gas metal arc, oxy-fuel * General plant ... Eligible after 6 months; 401K program Superior Forge & Steel Corporation is an Equal Opportunity ...

ThyssenKrupp

Sales

Aurora, OH · On-site

$100K - $110K/yr

Review customer forging specifications and strong understanding of metal types, size limits and industry rules. * Attend related trade shows. * Report account changes and identify significant ...

LPW Group

Inside Sales Representative

Brooklyn, OH · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Knowledge in metals * High School Diploma (Bachelor's degree preferred) Desired Qualifications Knowledge of manufacturing industry Western Forge & Flange Co is an Equal Employment Opportunity ...

Pursuit Aerospace

Maintenance Planner

Cleveland, OH · On-site

Experience in heavy manufacturing, forging, machining, or metals manufacturing. * Knowledge of maintenance planning and scheduling best practices. * Familiarity with inventory management and spare ...

Pursuit Aerospace

Maintenance Planner

Cleveland, OH · On-site

Experience in heavy manufacturing, forging, machining, or metals manufacturing. * Knowledge of maintenance planning and scheduling best practices. * Familiarity with inventory management and spare ...

Wieland

Tooling & Design Engineer

Montpelier, OH · On-site

To us, metal is more than material. Wieland's Cultural Values Wieland's culture is what makes for a ... Inventory control, budgeting and sourcing of all forging and machining tooling. * Engineering ...

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Die Polisher & Trim Assembly

Canton, OH • On-site

Canton Drop Forge
Machinery Manufacturing • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Canton Drop Forgeexternal

$17.41 - $27.63/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Die Polisher/Trim Assembly - All Shifts (Day, Evening, Night)
  • Note: As a union-based employer, we are unable to guarantee any shift preference following initial training on day shift. Shift preference is granted by seniority. All candidates should expect to work afternoon shift or night shift at some point following initial training.

Pay Rate: Range: $17.41 - $27.63
About Us:
Canton Drop Forge is a worldwide leader in Custom and Closed Die Forgings. Thanks to our over 100 years of prosperity as a company, we provide top benefits for our valued employees to prosper and reach their greatest potentials. Becoming a member of Canton Drop Forge means joining a team that benefits from more than a century of learned knowledge and industry skills.
At Canton Drop Forge, you'll gain valuable experience in servicing our six major markets of expertise. We lead the way in closed die forging innovation for the aerospace, oilfield, power generation, mechanical power transmission, off-highway and railway industries.
Position Overview:
The Die Polisher grinds, files, sands, and polishes surfaces of metalworking dies to specified shape and smoothness. Inspects dies for conformity to die models, using models, blueprints, and/or schematics for reference. Prepares finished metal trimmers, occasionally addressing conformity issues on production floor.
Responsibilities
  • Must be able to perform grinding, filing, sanding, and brushing of metal dies and trimmers.
  • Inspect smoothness and contour conformity visually and factually.
  • Studying blueprints or models for product specifications.
  • Use of press, micrometers, dial indicators, and calipers to verify dimensions.
  • Brush pigment on ridged and grooved surface of rough milled die member
  • Prepare dies/support tools as needed.
  • Complete paperwork as needed for each job and maintain paperwork in an orderly fashion.
  • Transport dies.
  • Performs necessary work on dies and trimmers within industrial production environment as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements
  • Tool, die, inspection, or machining shop background preferred.
  • Must be able to read and perform math calculations.
  • Ability to use basic handheld measuring tools.
  • Experience reading and interpreting drawings.
  • The ability to handle multiple tasks and to prioritize their importance is required.
  • Self-starter who can work independently and as part of a team.
  • Attention to detail.

Physical Requirements
  • Must be able to stand 100% of the time.
  • Job involves standing, walking, twisting, turning, reaching, bending, climbing steps, lifting, pushing, and pulling. Walking on uneven surfaces.
  • Must be able to lift up to 80-pounds, and push/pull up to 100-pounds occasionally.

Canton Drop Forge is an equal opportunity employer; qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Canton Drop Forge offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package including medical, dental, life, disability, retirement, and paid time off.
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and thorough drug screen.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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